SEEKING PART OR FULL-TIME Derita Floral Supply is looking for a reliable and personable Delivery Driver to distribute wholesale flowers and supplies to local flower shops daily. During non-delivery hours, this person is responsible for organization of and responsibilities related to our 14,000 square foot warehouse (includes heavy lifting and some maintenance).
Derita is a small family-owned wholesale flower company in Charlotte, NC. We distribute fresh flowers and a wide-range of hardgoods and floral supplies. Working hours are Monday-Friday, 7am-3pm. Visit our website to learn more: www.deritafloralclt.com
Responsibilities
- Deliver daily orders to floral businesses throughout Charlotte and neighboring towns (box quantities within a 60-70 mile radius)
- Follow routes and time schedule - complete logs
- Lift, load, unload, prepare, inspect and operate delivery vehicles. Assist other staff and drivers with these tasks
- Build rapport with customers during delivery. Inform customers about new products and services and collect payments as necessary
- Learn about floral products. Help unpack, cut, hydrate, and care for fresh flowers
- Operate warehouse forklift. Help unload and sort inbound shipments and maintain an organized warehouse
- Follow DOT regulations and safety standards
Requirements/Skills
- Valid professional driver’s license and good driving record
- Ability to operate delivery vans, forklifts, and tractors
- Great customer service and positive attitude
- General warehouse maintenance knowledge
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- High school degree
- Knowledge of the flower industry is a plus
- Bilingual spanish/english is a plus
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 48 per week
Benefits:
Day range:
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Application Question(s):
- Describe your interest in the position/working in the flower industry.
- When considering a job, what is most important to you?
- What is your availability/anticipated start date?
Experience:
- Light Truck & Delivery Drivers: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person